Will Puzey

Mix-Ready Session Guitar

Will Puzey on SoundBetter

I deliver mix-ready guitar parts that serve the song - tight, expressive, and production-aware. Touring and session-experienced, I record fast and to professional standard.

I provide song-focused guitar and arrangement-aware parts that elevate tracks, not just decorate them. Clients hire me when they want musical judgment, tight execution and production-ready delivery. Clean stems, multiple options, and clear communication included.

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Credits

Discogs verified credits for Will Puzey
  • Gareth Donkin
  • Gareth Donkin
  • Gareth Donkin

Interview with Will Puzey

  1. Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

  2. A: Electric guitar, acoustic guitar, laptop, speakers, and professional audio interface - enough to cover recording essentials.

  3. Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

  4. A: Larry Carlton, Lee Ritenour, Steve Lukather for their tone, musicality, and ability to serve the song.

  5. Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

  6. A: Recorded guitar parts for Gareth Donkin 'Something Different' - proud because my parts enhanced the song while staying true to the artists’ vision.

  7. Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

  8. A: That session guitar is just about playing notes - it’s about tone, arrangement, and delivering tracks ready for production.

  9. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  10. A: I ask about genre, style, references, desired tone, and if multiple takes or arrangements are needed to deliver exactly what they want.

  11. Q: How would you describe your style?

  12. A: Smooth, expressive, and versatile - rhythm, lead, and textural parts that complement the song.

  13. Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

  14. A: Lee Ritenour - his music blends technical skill and vibe, which matches my approach as a session guitarist.

  15. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  16. A: Pop, rock, funk, soul, and R&B - I adapt to the vibe and feel of each track.

  17. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  18. A: Musicality, arrangement awareness, and professional performance - guitar parts that enhance the track and sit naturally in the mix.

  19. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  20. A: I record with boutique guitars and professional preamps into a DAW, ensuring clean, expressive, mix-ready stems.

  21. Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

  22. A: I record session guitar parts - rhythm, lead, and textural layers across pop, rock, funk, and soul, delivering clean, mix-ready stems that fit the song perfectly.

  23. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  24. A: Session guitar for pop, rock, and R&B tracks - mix-ready, expressive parts for indie and professional clients.

  25. Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

  26. A: I follow top-tier session musicians here for inspiration, but don’t make personal endorsements.

  27. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  28. A: Digital recording with analog-inspired gear - flexible, convenient, and retains warm, professional tone.

  29. Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

  30. A: Professional, mix-ready guitar parts delivered on time with clear communication and a focus on the client’s vision.

  31. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  32. A: Bringing a track to life with expressive, professional guitar parts that elevate the song.

  33. Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

  34. A: Q: “Can you match this vibe?” A: Yes, I work from reference tracks and briefs to capture the exact feel needed.

  35. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  36. A: Look for clear demos, a professional workflow, and someone who delivers parts that fit the song. Communication and reliability matter most.

  37. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  38. A: 12+ years playing guitar live and in bands, 5+ years recording studio/session guitar for professional projects.

  39. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  40. A: Serve the song, not your ego. Multiple takes and clean, labeled stems save time and make mixing effortless.

  41. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  42. A: Delivering mix-ready, expressive guitar parts efficiently and tailored to the song’s style.

  43. Q: What's your typical work process?

  44. A: I review briefs and reference tracks, record multiple takes if needed, and deliver organised stems with clear communication throughout.

Terms Of Service

Mix-ready WAV stems delivered. 2 revisions included. Provide tempo & refs. Major changes may need new order. Portfolio use unless agreed.

GenresSounds Like
  • Larry Carlton
  • Lee Ritenour
  • Jay Graydon
Gear Highlights
  • Boutique guitars and high-end preamps for expressive
  • mix-ready tracks that sit perfectly in your production
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More SamplesGuitar performance, arrangement and production